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Monthly Archives: December 2009

Losing Weight with Acupuncture

Start Your New Year off Right! Lose Weight  & Keep it Off Reduce Cravings Improve Energy Alleviate Joint Pain Reduce Muscle Fatigue Regulate Blood Sugar Levels Jump Start Your Metabolism Regulate Hormone Function Detoxify the System Reduce Stress It is that time of year again…for making those promises to ourselves that we have been putting [...]

Happy Holidays!

Happy Holidays from My Home to Yours! Wishing you joy, health and happiness this season and always. In good health, Erin

Winter

It is official, winter has begun in New York City. With a snowstorm leaving several inches of white powder on the city streets this morning, it reminds me of the wonder of this sometimes chilling season. Growing up in Minnesota, snow and cold temperature are no news to me. But still, the first snowfall of [...]

Broken Bones

It is a mother’s worst nightmare and a huge set-back for adults. But the reality is, bones can break at any age – even strong ones. From a wrong step on uneven road to a high-impact sports injury, the severity of the break can only be determined through proper medical attention and X Ray. Although one never plans for [...]

Easy At-Home Facial & Natural Acne Care

Going in for a facial can not only be an expensive endeavor, but depending on the place also involve harsh products that can be irritating to sensitive skin.  Here is a simple and effective facial you can do at home – using most of what already is in your fridge (plus a couple of extras [...]

Easy At-Home Facial & Natural Acne Care

Going in for a facial can not only be an expensive endeavor, but depending on the place also involve harsh products that can be irritating to sensitive skin.  Here is a simple and effective facial you can do at home – using most of what already is in your fridge (plus a couple of extras [...]

Arthritis & Bone Spurs

Knee and other joint pain is a common complaint for many people.  The symptom itself can come from a variety of reasons, including inflammation, injury, arthritis, bone spurs, tendinitis, among others. Knowing the appropriate western diagnosis can help to increase the efficacy of alternative therapies like acupuncture. From a Chinese medicine perspective we can determine the appropriate [...]

Arthritis & Bone Spurs

Knee and other joint pain is a common complaint for many people.  The symptom itself can come from a variety of reasons, including inflammation, injury, arthritis, bone spurs, tendinitis, among others. Knowing the appropriate western diagnosis can help to increase the efficacy of alternative therapies like acupuncture. From a Chinese medicine perspective we can determine the appropriate [...]

Duck: The Other Bird to be Thankful For

I must admit, that duck was one meat that I never remembered experiencing as a kid.  I fed them bread crumbs at the pond near our house, but never considered them an edible animal like the turkeys or chickens that adorned our dinner table on a weekly basis.  In fact, I can distinctly remember my first experience eating duck at the [...]